Chikaras
About Chikaras
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chikaras village is 450604. Chikaras village is located in Chhindgarh tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chhindgarh (tehsildar office) and 99km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Chipurpal is the gram panchayat of Chikaras village.
The total geographical area of village is 100.57 hectares. Chikaras has a total population of 144 peoples, out of which male population is 69 while female population is 75. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1086 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chikaras village is 29.86% out of which 42.03% males and 18.67% females are literate. There are about 32 houses in chikaras village. Pincode of chikaras village locality is 494111.
When it comes to administration, Chikaras village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chikaras village comes under Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bastar Lok Sabha constituency. Jagdalpur is nearest town to chikaras village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 95km away.
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Population of Chikaras
The population details of Chikaras cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 69 | 75 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 96 | 43 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 29 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 40 | 61 |
Connectivity of Chikaras
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chikaras
Where is Chikaras located?
Chikaras village is situated in Chhindgarh Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikaras?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikaras is Chipurpal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chikaras?
The pincode of Chikaras is 494111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chikaras as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikaras is 144, with 69 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Chikaras as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikaras village has a total of 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikaras as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikaras is 29.86%. The male literacy rate is 42.03%, while the female literacy rate is 18.67%.